Cover: The cover of ACS Photonics features the joint publication by the research groups led by Prof. Schumacher and Prof. Sperling, together with researchers from the University of Arizona. (ACS Photonics, Volume 13, Issue 12)
Pages 3211-3539)
18.06.2026
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Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems (PhoQS),
Theory of Functional Photonic Structures,
Theoretical Quantum Science,
Ultrafast Nanophotonics
Three research groups at the Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems and the Physics Departement of Paderborn University – Theory of Functional Photonic Structures (Prof. Dr Stefan Schumacher), Ultrafast Nanophotonics (Prof. Dr Thomas Zentgraf) and Theoretical Quantum Science (Prof. Dr Jan Sperling) – have made progress in the field of modern photonics in their latest work. In two publications, the researchers investigated how light can be…
On Tuesday, 12 May 2026, the Collaborative Research Centre TRR 358, the Institute of Mathematics and the Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems at Paderborn University invited interested schoolgirls to the new PhoQS Lab. The event was aimed at schoolgirls in grades 9 to 12 who wanted to find out more about Mathematics, Physics and their application in current research. A total of 12 schoolgirls from a large catchment area took part - from…
On 28 April 2026, we welcomed students interested in physics from the twelfth grade of Elsen Comprehensive School to the Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems. During their visit, they gained exciting insights into photonic quantum systems and were able to experience them outside the classroom. The visit was organised by teacher Anna Trilling and Dr. Anna Bauer, who is responsible for promoting young talent at PhoQS.
Dr Benjamin Brecht (AG…
Photo (Paderborn University/Institute for Photonic Quantum Systems): from left to right: PD Dr Sonja Barkhofen (hqpd), Dr Anna Bauer (PhoQS Outreach) and Marc Ebert (Technology Didactics)
How can information be encrypted in such a way that no one can intercept it unnoticed? This was precisely the question that the participants of this year's Girls' Day workshop "Quantum Cryptography - Secrets that no one can crack" at the Institute of Photonic Quantum Systems (PhoQS) at Paderborn University on 23 April 2026 addressed. The aim was to get schoolgirls interested in science, technology and, in particular, current developments in…
We are delighted to welcome Prof. Dr. Sina Saravi to PhoQS! He joined the institute's team of PIs at the end of last year. His working group, ‘Modeling and Design of Photonic Quantum Systems,’ complements the institute's research spectrum with expertise in electrical engineering. His focus is on quantum and neuromorphic photonics, in particular the design and simulation of nanophotonic systems for optical quantum technologies and neuromorphic…
On 30 March 2026, the PhD students from the first PhoQS-FUTURE cohort invited all PhoQS members to their first social event, themed ‘International Evening’. Around 40 PhoQS members (ranging from PhD students and postdocs to professors) accepted the invitation.
19 people brought culinary delicacies from their home countries: everything was represented, from Mettigel to Lamingtons, Oreshki, bruschetta, samosas, and homemade spelt and oat bread,…
On February 9th, 2026 the starting event for the first cohort of PhoQS-FUTURE took place. The aim of the programme is to provide doctoral students with excellent scientific training and career preparation in the interdisciplinary field of innovative photonic quantum technologies.
Prof. Dr. Christine Silberhorn welcomed the 29 doctoral students, together with the programme coordinator Dr. Anna Bauer and Sabrina Schmöckel, to the interdisciplinary…
Photo (Paderborn University, Selina Härtel): Together with scientists and staff, Prof. Dr. Thomas Tröster (4th from left), Vice-President for Research and Academic Careers, welcomed the Science Counsellor of the Indian Embassy, Dr. Ramanuj Banerjee (centre).
Photo (University of Paderborn, Besim Mazhiqi): Prof. Dr. Andreas Siebe (centre) with the University Society award winners, Niklas Lamberty third from left.
Once a year, the University Society awards prizes for outstanding Master's theses as part of the Paderborn University's New Year's reception. Niklas Lamberty was also honoured this year.
